Source: SalaryDr satisfaction data for Pathology (N=54 verified submissions, updated September 6, 2026, data as of 2026-09-06). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
91% of pathologists would choose their specialty again, with an average satisfaction of 3.9/5 and median salary of $395,000, based on 54 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr.
$395,000
$423,705
$330,000
$450,000
Based on 54 physician responses (1 = very dissatisfied, 5 = very satisfied)
48 of 53 respondents would choose pathology again
Based on 54 physician responses (bar scaled to 80 hrs/week)
Anonymized responses from pathologists about their career and work-life balance.
“I wish I knew more about what the salaries were for my particular specialty ”
On career & specialty — Verified Pathologist
“Very laid back, with little burnout risk”
On work-life balance — Verified Pathologist
“On call once a week. One day off a week. ”
On work-life balance — Verified Pathologist
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